What is a Personal Service Provider (PSP) and How Do I Qualify?
Personal Service Provider (PSP). Personal Service Providers (PSP) are people, who would have, under normal circumstances, be seen as employees – but invoice through a…
How To Use Asset Depreciation to Claim Tax Back
Depreciation is a tax deduction that allows businesses and property owners to recover the cost of tangible assets used to generate income over time in…
The best business bank for small businesses – a comparison
Which bank account is the cheapest for startups and small businesses on South Africa? A Comparison between Bank Zero, TymeBank, FNB, ABSA, Nedbank and FNB
Maximising Tax Savings for Your Business with learnerships
Employers can benefit from tax breaks under Section 12H of the Income Tax Act by investing in learnership agreements for employees, receiving up to R30,000…
How to save on tax with a small business corporation
Registering as a Small Business Corporation (SBC) in South Africa offers tax benefits, but certain criteria must be met.
How to identify a client from hell
Look out for red flags when dealing with potential clients, such as underestimating the workload, unclear expectations, and unrealistic deadlines.
What skills do you need to build a small business?
Managing a small business requires strategic growth, financial management, effective marketing, communication, leadership, and project management skills to ensure long-term sustainability and profitability.
How small businesses win against big corporates – and you can too!
Thinking differently and acting creatively can give small businesses an edge against big corporations, as illustrated by various case studies and historical examples like David…
What is the right way to do a performance review?
Performance reviews and KPIs should align with both company goals and individual growth, avoiding monetary incentives tied to KPIs to prevent skewed priorities.
Why you don’t need an online portfolio
Online portfolios may not always convert clients. Focus on building credibility through community engagement and personal branding instead.
How to make money creating and selling courses online
Online courses thrive in business, technology, personal development, and more. Create valuable content, market effectively, and monetize wisely.
How To Pay Less Tax As A Small Business Corporation
Small Business Corporations (SBCs) in South Africa enjoy tax benefits like depreciation deductions and sliding scale income tax rates, provided they meet specific criteria outlined…
How to start an ecommerce business in South Africa
Starting an online business is simpler than ever with tools like WordPress, WooCommerce, and iKhokha. Build your website, set up e-commerce functionality, and drive traffic…
How to Become a Successful Solopreneur
There are many weird ideas out there on what a solopreneur looks like. For example, the Times Of India believes that this is basically freelancing…
How can I make money through affiliate marketing?…
So, you’re looking to sell products online, but you’re struggling because you don’t have anything to sell. Or, you’re a content creator with a few…
How to start a blog in South Africa
Bloggers in South Africa People have been blogging and creating content for more than 20 years on the web – and the technology associated with…
Frugal Local’s top books to read for 2022
“If you want your children to be intelligent, read them fairy tales. If you want them to be more intelligent, read them more fairy tales”
Growth Hacking: What Is It And How Has It Helped My Business?
What is growth hacking? “A growth hacker is a person whose true north is growth.” – Sean Ellis (2010) Small businesses have a fascination with…
Practical growth hacking tips for your online business
Unlock online growth with savvy strategies: from SEO to e-commerce, harness data-driven insights for maximum impact.
Overcoming the challenges of starting a hustle with no money
Hustle smarter, not harder! Learn to navigate challenges without deep pockets. Innovation and strategy are key to profitability.